Collect and observe bug specimens in your viewing barnDid you know that 95 of the Earths species are insects Its true Millions of insects can exist on a single acre of land. You can identify a true insect by its three body parts and six legs. Collect and observe insects and their behaviour in your very own bug barn. Bug Barn set comes with a net tweezers viewing barn magnifying glass canister and window clings to decorate your windows tools mirrors and other dry flat surfaces. Get up close and personal with these interesting creatures Suitable for Ages 6 and up.... » read more
National Geographic Land and Sky Telescope: This 30mm/30X telescope is compact, modern and very useful. The removable optical tube means the telescope can be easily used as a hand-held 'spyglass'. Focusing is easily accomplished with a smooth, rapid push-pull motion. Let your children take a closer look at the world around them! Features Land and Sky Telescope Eye piece with 30X magnification 30mm High tech coated lens Collapsible aluminum tabletop tripod In-built correctional mirror 1 Metal Telescope tube assembly 1 Aluminum tabletop tripod Dimensions Telescope: (diameter) 4cm x (H) 31cm Dimensions Stand: (H) 35cm Brand: National Geographic Suitable for children ages 8 and up... » read more
Take the ultimate 3D jigsaw puzzle challenge and create your own globe of the world Perfect for the first time 3D puzzler this 240 piece puzzleball features curved puzzle pieces which join to form a spherical replica of the Earth. This striking Puzzleball includes a display stand for you to proudly display puzzle prowess once finished and can also be used as a talking piece among your friends or as a decorative addition to your room..... » read more
Ever wonder why the sky is blue or why most plants happen to be green? Or why stomach acid doesn't dissolve your stomach, or why there are more tornados in the Midwest than along either coast?The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Science of Everything answers these questions and many, many more, shedding light on the science behind more than 200 intriguing questions, educating readers on the fundamentals of science in the process. In a book that is as informative as it is entertaining, readers learn about every major branch of science, including: Physics (Why do figure skaters spin faster when they pull their arms in?) Chemistry (How does salt melt ice?) Biology (How does a chameleon change its colour?) Geology (Why do so many earthquakes occur along the Pacific coast?) Meteorology (Why does the jet stream flow from west to east in North America?) Astronomy (What causes Jupiter's big red spot?) Cosmology (Do black holes really exist and can anything escape them?)In addition, the book highlights some of the really big ideas that helped shape science as we know it today, and discusses the future of science with cutting edge topics such as nanotechnology, genetic modification, molecular medicine, and string theory. This book also makes an ideal easy-to-read science teaching resource for primary school teachers.Author: Steve MillerTitle: The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Science of EverythingFormat: Paperback, 400 pagesPublished: 06/11/2008 by Dorling Kingsley... » read more